Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Tampa Hospitals And Risk Of Postoperative Infection
When you compare Tampa hospitals to others throughout Florida, you might be pleasantly surprised to learn that facilities in the area perform well when graded according to a reputable source on patient safety. According to the Hospital Safety Grades report published by The Leapfrog Group, 17 of the 32 regional hospitals received an A… Read More »
False Positive Cancer Misdiagnosis: Serious Consequences For Patients
Hearing that you have cancer is life-changing in many ways, so you would probably welcome the news when you learn that a health care provider made a mistake with your diagnosis. However, your mind could change quickly if you have already undergone severe, harsh medical treatment after a false-positive cancer diagnosis. Unfortunately, this phenomenon… Read More »
How Common Are ER Errors In Florida Hospitals?
It is called the emergency department for a reason, so you probably suffered from severe injuries or an acute medical condition if you headed to an ER in Florida for treatment. You certainly never expected that you would be worse off and sustain serious harm while receiving treatment. Unfortunately, mistakes in the emergency care… Read More »
Distracted Doctoring? Smartphones And Impact On Quality Patient Care
Thanks to legislative measures and public awareness campaigns about the dangers of distracted driving, fewer motorists are texting, talking, on the phone, or surfing the internet while behind the wheel. However, there is a risk involved with smartphone use you might not have considered: Distracted doctoring by physicians who just cannot put their device… Read More »
Does Technology Help Or Hinder When It Comes To Medication Errors In Florida?
Technology has transformed every industry, but one of the most impactful examples of innovation in health care is Computerized Provider Order Entry (CPOE). In the decades since these solutions first debuted in 1971, CPOE has cut prescription errors in half according to the US Department of Health and Human Services’ Agency for Health Care… Read More »
What Proof Do I Need For A Florida Surgical Errors Case?
A surgical error is a specific type of medical malpractice under Florida law, but you must still meet the same standard of proof that applies to other patients who suffer harm at the hands of health care providers. Under Florida’s medical negligence law, you must be able to prove that the surgeon deviated from… Read More »
Mistakes By Florida Health Care Providers Can Cause Serious Birth Injuries
When you have spent nine long months anxiously awaiting the arrival of your child, it is heartbreaking to learn that your infant suffered trauma or other complications during the delivery process. Unfortunately, birth injuries occur far more frequently than you expect. The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that there are… Read More »
3 Facts You Need To Know About Deadlines In Florida Medical Malpractice Cases
Just like criminal charges, breach of contract, car accident cases, and any other type of lawsuit in Florida, there are time limitations on medical malpractice claims. Every US state imposes deadlines depending on the basis of the action, as a way to promote judicial efficiency and ensure disputes are resolved promptly. Florida’s statute of… Read More »
